Mick Jagger: 'One Should Not Make Music for Money'

Mick Jagger, the enduring frontman of The Rolling Stones, shared his perspective on music creation and the band's latest work, "Foreign Tongues," set for release on July 10. Despite his 82 years, Jagger exudes a vibrant energy, attributing his continued ability to perform the band's signature rock sound to a high level of personal energy.

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You have to have a lot of energy to do the type of music we do. If you ever get less energy, you can always start making ballads. But I'm not there yet.

"You have to have a lot of energy to do the type of music we do. If you ever get less energy, you can always start making ballads. But I'm not there yet," Jagger remarked, dismissing the notion that age dictates a shift away from high-energy rock. He also quipped about advice for older musicians, suggesting they already know their craft.

The upcoming album, "Foreign Tongues," follows the critically acclaimed "Hackney Diamonds." Jagger explained that the decision to record another album was spurred by the positive reception of "Hackney Diamonds" and the existence of several songs that didn't fit on the previous record. "If everyone had hated it, we would have said no, you know? Instead, we felt we could make another album, in roughly the same way, because it was a good experience," he said.

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If everyone had hated it, we would have said no, you know? Instead, we felt we could make another album, in roughly the same way, because it was a good experience.

Lyrically, "Foreign Tongues" ventures into unexpectedly dark, even dystopian territory, contrasting with its "glitterier" musical sound. Songs like "In the stars" juxtapose heavy themes with calls to enjoy life amidst chaos, while "Divine intervention" blends dark imagery with a touch of humor. Jagger emphasized that the band's core rock sound remains, even as they explore different lyrical depths, asserting, "One should not make music for money."

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One should not make music for money.